BMW R18 Transcontinental vs Harley-Davidson Nightster Special vs Indian Scout Rogue Comparison

Updated: 08, Nov, 2023 03:49 AM

Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 31,50,000
* Delhi. May vary.

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Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 18,29,000
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Ex-Showroom Price

₹ 17,28,077
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DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT

Wheelbase
1695 mm1545 mm1576 mm
Seat Height
740 mm715 mm649 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity
24 litres11.7 litres12.5 litres
Reserve Fuel Capacity
4 litresNANA
Overall Length
2640 mm2265 mm2274 mm
Overall Height
1500 mmNA1181 mm
Overall Width
970 mmNA995 mm
Kerb Weight
427 kg225 kg250 kg
Gross Vehicle Weight
560 kgNA449 kg
Maximum Payload
203 kgNANA
Inner Leg Curve
1710 mmNANA
Permitted Total Weight
630 kgNANA

PERFORMANCE FIGURES

0-100 kmph
4.80 secsNANA

COMFORT FEATURES

Pillion Grabrail
NANA
Engine Kill Switch
NANA
Rider’s Footpegs
NANA
Electric Start
Genuine Leather Seats
NA
Riding Modes
NANA
Cruise Control
Dynamic Cruise ControlNANA

MILEAGE AND TOP SPEED

Mileage
BMW R18 mileage is 17.24 kmpl (company-certified).Harley-Davidson Nightster mileage is 18.18 kmpl (company-claimed).NA
Top Speed
BMW R18 top speed is 180 kmph (company-claimed).NANA
Performance
In terms of performance, the 1800cc cruiser can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 4.8 seconds.NA

ENGINE AND GEARBOX

Bore
107.1 mm97 mm99 mm
Stroke
100 mm66 mm73.6 mm
Engine cc (Displacement)
1802 cc975 cc1133 cc
Compression Ratio
9.6:112.0:110.7:1
Secondary Drive
Shaft DriveNANA
Number of Cylinders
222
Gearbox Type
6-Speed Shifting Claw Transmission in Separate Transmission HousingNANA
Engine Details
1802cc, Air/Oil Cooled, 2-Cylinder, 4-Stroke Boxer Engine with Two Chain-Driven Camshafts975cc, Liquid-Cooled, Revolution Max 975T, V-Twin Cylinder Engine1133cc, Liquid-Cooled, V-Twin Engine
Maximum Power
89.8 HP @ 4750 rpm89 HP @ 7500 rpm95 HP
Maximum Torque
158 Nm @ 3000 rpm95 Nm @ 5750 rpm97 Nm @ 5600 rpm
Fuel System
Electronic Intake Pipe Fuel InjectionElectronic Sequential Port Fuel Injection (ESPFI)Electronic Fuel Injection
Ignition
Twin-Spark IgnitionNANA
Clutch
Single Disk Dry ClutchNAWet, Multi-Plate
Cooling
Air/Oil CooledLiquid CooledLiquid Cooled
Emission Norms
BS6-CompliantBS6-CompliantBS6-Compliant
Number of Gears
656
Engine Management
Electronic Intake Manifold Fuel Injection/Digital Engine Management: BMS-O with Electromotive Throttle ControllerNANA

INSTRUMENT CONSOLE FEATURES

ABS Light
LED Indicator Lights
NANA
Service Reminder
NA
Low Oil Indicator
NANA
Low Battery Indicator
NA
Speedometer
AnalogueAnalogueAnalogue
Tachometer
DigitalDigital
Trip Meter
DigitalAnalogueDigital
Odometer
DigitalAnalogueDigital

KEY FEATURES AND COMPETITORS

Braking System
2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)2-Channel ABS (Anti-Lock Braking System)
Key Features
Some of the key BMW R18 Transcontinental features include - Unique Design, Excellent Build Quality, Powerful Engine, Retro-Modern Instrument Console, Dynamic Cruise Control, optional Active Cruise Control, Automatic Stability Control, Dynamic Engine Brake Control, Hill Start Control, Central Locking System for Cases and Topcase Optionally.Some of the key Harley-Davidson Nightster Special features include - 4 inch Viewable Area TFT Display with Speedometer, Gear, Odometer, Fuel Level, Clock, Trip, Ambient Temp, Low Temp Alert, Side Stand Down Alert, TIP Over Alert, Cruise, Range and Tachometer Indication BT Capable - Phone Pairing to Access Phone Calls, Music, Navigation (H-D App ONLY), All LED Headlamp, Dunlop Harley-Davidson Series Bias Blackwall Tyre, Hands Free Mobile Phone Via Bluetooth, Voice Recognition Languages: Phone Function Only, Rider/Passenger Intercom - Headset Function Only, ABS, Traction Control System, Drag-Torque Slip Control System, Tyre Pressure Monitoring System, Vehicle Information Screen - TPMS, Engine Temp, Battery Voltage, Ambient Air Temp, USB Charging, Text to Speech (Phone Dependent), Standard Cruise Control, Two-Up Ready with Passenger Pillion and Foot Pegs.Some of the key Indian Scout Rogue features include - Digital Tachometer, Odometer, Trip Meter, Engine Temp, Low Fuel Lamp, LED Headlight & Tail Light, License Plate Light, Speedometer and Indicator Lights, Split Dual Exhaust with Crossover, Cast Black Aluminium Wheels, Metzeler Cruisetec Tyres, Sport Style Seat, USB Port.
Ride Modes
3 Ride Modes - Rain, Roll, and RockRoad, Rain & Sport ModesNA
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BATTERY AND LIGHTING

Capacity
26AhNANA
Voltage
12VNANA
Automatic Headlamp On (AHO)
Alternator
Permanent Magnet Alternator with 660 W (Nominal Capacity)NANA
Battery Type
Maintenance FreeMaintenance FreeMaintenance Free

MAXABOUT RATING AND OVERVIEW

Design
NA
Performance
In terms of performance, the 1800cc cruiser can accelerate from 0-100 kmph in 4.8 seconds.NA
Comfort
NA
Fuel Economy
NA
Features
NA
Build Quality
NA

BRAKES AND TYRES

Wheel Type
Cast Aluminium WheelAluminum Cast, SilverCast Black Alloy Wheels
Front Wheel
3.5" x 19"19-InchCast Black 19 in x 3.5 in
Rear Wheel
5.0" x 16"16-InchCast Black 16 in x 3.5 in
Front Tyre
120/70-R19100/90-19 57H130/60-B19 61H
Rear Tyre
180/65-B16150/80-B16 77H150/80-B16 77H
Front Brake
300mm, Twin Discs, 4-Piston Fixed CalipersSingle Disc298mm Single Rotor Disc/ 2 Piston Caliper
Rear Brake
300mm, Single Disc, 4-Piston Fixed CalipersSingle Disc298mm Single Rotor Disc/ 1 Piston Caliper
ABS
BMW Motorrad Integral ABS (Fully Integrated)

SUSPENSION AND CHASSIS

Frame (Chassis)
Double-Cradle Tubular Steel Frame with Screwed-on DowntubesStiff ChassisCast Aluminium Frame
Front Suspension
Telescopic Forks41mm SHOWA Dual Bending Valve Conventional Forks. Aluminum Fork Triple Clamps.Telescopic Fork
Rear Suspension
Steel Double-Sided Swinging Arm with Central Spring StrutRear Suspension is Dual Outboard, Direct-Acting (No Linkage) Emulsion Technology Shock Absorbers with Coil Springs and a Threaded Collar for Pre-load Adjustment.Dual Shocks
Front Wheel Travel
120 mm92 mm120 mm
Rear Wheel Travel
120 mm41 mm51 mm

Miscellaneous Information

Steering Angle
62.7°NANA
Ex Showroom Price vs On Road Price
Ex-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.NAEx-Showroom Price is the Manufacturing Cost of the vehicle + Dealer/Seller Profit + GST (Goods and Service Tax) + Transportation Charges (from the manufacturing plant to the dealership). On the other hand, the On-Road Price is the actual cost you pay to the dealership to make the vehicle legal to run on the roads. It includes Ex-Showroom Price in your city + RTO Charges (Vehicle Registration) + One Time Road Tax + Insurance Charges. The On-Road Price also includes some optional things like if you opt for Genuine Accessories and Extended Warranty while buying a vehicle. Please note that the On-Road Price varies a lot across different states in India due to different percentage for the State Registration Charges.
Caster
183.5 mmNANA
Stability
Automatic Stability ControlNANA

Colour Options and Price in India

Bike Variant
BMW R18 TranscontinentalHarley-Davidson Nightster Special2024 Indian Scout Rogue
2-Wheeler Type
CruiserCruiserCruiser
Official Tagline
The Road's Best Dressed IconEscape into the Night.NA
Availability Status in India
AvailableAvailableAvailable
Latest Price in India
BMW R18 Transcontinental price is Rs 31.50 lakh (ex-showroom).Harley-Davidson Nightster Special price is Rs 18.29 lakh (ex-showroom).2024 Indian Scout Rogue price is Rs 17.28 lakh (ex-showroom).
Fuel Type
PetrolPetrolPetrol
Colour Options
Option 719 Mineral white Metallic, Gravity Blue Metallic, Black Storm Metallic, Option 719 Galaxy Dust Metallic/Titan Silver 2 Metallic, Manhattan Metallic MattVivid Black, Black Denim, Bright Billiard Blue, Industrial YellowBlack Smoke, Stealth Gray, Sagebrush Smoke, Storm Blue, Black Azure Crystal, Copper Metallic
On Road Price
BMW R18 Transcontinental on road price is Rs 36.26 lakh in Delhi, Rs 37.48 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 36.70 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 37.17 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest BMW dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.Harley-Davidson Nightster Special on road price is Rs 21.05 lakh in Delhi, Rs 21.77 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 21.31 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 21.58 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Harley-Davidson dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.2024 Indian Scout Rogue on road price is Rs 19.89 lakh in Delhi, Rs 20.56 lakh in Mumbai, Rs 20.13 lakh in Kolkata and Rs 20.39 lakh in Chennai. The prices mentioned here are approximate and we suggest you contact your nearest Indian Motorcycle dealership to get the exact on-road price quote in your city.

TECHNICAL HIGHLIGHTS

Engine Brake Control (EBC)
NANA

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